2017’s Top Tech Skills For Getting a Job in Silicon Valley
May 19, 2017 | Sara Reich
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The technology market is becoming more and more competitive, and companies are on the hunt for employees with a specific set of skills. If you want to land that coveted job in Silicon Valley, you’ll likely need to possess one or more of the most in-demand skills required for the 2017 technology job market.
Below are the top tech skills employers are looking for and courses to help you land your dream tech job:
Python
A core language for data science.
Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Using Python – MITx (Starts May 30)
Introduction to Computing using Python – GTx (Self-Paced)
Java
One of the most-used languages in e-commerce and business applications.
Introduction to Java Programming – Part 1 – HKUSTx (Self-Paced)
Cloud Services
Allows you to build and maintain cloud-based applications.
Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure Technologies – LinuxFoundationX (Self-Paced)
Linux
The preferred operating system for engineers and programmers.
Introduction to Linux – LinuxFoundationX (Self-Paced)
JavaScript
The language of interactivity on the web.
JavaScript Introduction – W3Cx (Starts May 30)
SQL
The standard for storing and retrieving data in an application.
Querying with Transact-SQL – Microsoft (Self-Paced)
MATLAB
Used heavily in science and engineering.
MATLAB and Octave for Beginners – EPFLx (Self-Paced)
HTML
Required for almost anything that touches the web.
HTML5 Coding Essentials and Best Practices – W3Cx (Starts May 30, Self-Paced)
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